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HATERS UNDER COMMAND … Stryper singer Michael Sweet says: “I’ve come to the Conclusion that the Hate for this Band Stems from Hatred for God.”

June 6, 2025

“Some people just love to hate. Hate us. Jealousy, envy? Who knows. Who cares. I’ve come to the conclusion that the hate for this band stems from hatred for God. It’s deep. It’s sad. It’s pathetic. Its shallow. It’s pointless.” — Michael Sweet / Stryper THE INTERNET — Someone is upset again… and he’s voicing his opinion on social media.

BORN TO BE WILD … 80’s Recycle Bin launches brand new Youtube Channel GET ON THE BUS with ex-Van Halen bassist Michael Anthony

June 5, 2025

“The new channel name also brings brand new interviews with all your music favs shot in our beautiful mobile, state-of-the-art broadcast studio. We will be taking our journey on the road to festivals, concerts, events… wherever the music takes us.” — Drew ‘Rose’ Hannah / Get On The Bus LOS ANGELES, California — Our friends over at 80’s Metal Recycle

THE YELLOW ZONE IS FOR … Stryper Cancel Sweden Rock appearance after their Plane is Forced to Return to U.S. for a Faulty Smoke Detector

June 4, 2025

“Unfortunately, we have to announce that Stryper, who was supposed to play tomorrow at Sweden Rock Festival, is forced to cancel his gig due to unforeseen logistics problems.” — Sweden Rock CONCERT NEWS — The rock band Stryper have cancelled their appearance at the annual Sweden Rock Festival after their flight was forced to return the U.S. midway en-route to

VIPER ROOM … Blackboard Jungle celebrates annual reunion on June 7th feat: Glamour Punks, Fizzy Bangers and Special Guest Stevie Rachelle

June 2, 2025

WEST HOLLYWOOD, California — The annual Blackboard Jungle reunion show hits the Sunset Strip this coming weekend on Saturday June 7th 2025 at The Viper Room. The show has been happening each and every year around the 1st week of June for more than 20 years. This year the lineup will feature other Sunset Strip bands from the same era

READY, SET, ?? … Faster Pussycat Bus Breaks Down 40 Minutes after Leaving Los Angeles on Day #1 of Spring Tour

May 30, 2025

“It’s always something with us” — Chad Stewart of Faster Pussycat on today’s tour bus break down LOS ANGELES, California — So you wanna be in a band huh? Or perhaps you’re already in a band, but you want to hit the road and go on a U.S. tour! Well, be careful what you wish for, because it’s not always

REALLY? … Vince Neil’s ‘X’ Account Appears to be Flirting with a Young Buxom Blond Model; “Hi Babe” from TheVinceNeil verified ‘X’ account

May 30, 2025

“Hi babe” — Vince Neil‘s ‘X‘ verified account to a young buxom blond named Emma Scottt on ‘X‘ THE INTERNET — Anyone hungry for drama, rumor, gossip, speculation and dare we add, could this be another Mötley Crüe Catfish situation? A recent X post (Tweet) from a young buxom blond model type shared a message on May 29th that read;

RIP ….. Rock Icon Rick Derringer Dead at 77

May 27, 2025

“We just sadly heard that Rick Derringer has passed. We did many many shows with Rick back in the 70’s. Our thoughts and prayers are with his wife, family & friends. RIP Rick.” — Foghat — Sad news for Rock N’ Roll today as we report on the passing of legendary guitarist, singer and song-writer Rick Derringer. It was reported

GIVE IT TO HIM GOOD … Pete Loran of Trixter unloads on ex-Skid Row singer Sebastian Bach: “You Hate America, I don’t”

May 25, 2025

“He’s never listened to any of those records. Never, never listened to ’em. Not once. Do you believe him? [Laughs] I don’t believe him. Come on, man.” — Pete Loran of Trixter on Sebastian Bach‘s claims he’s never listened to any other Skid Row singers ARIZONA — Original Trixter frontman Pete Loran has taken to his official YouTube channel and

BACK IN THE SADDLE ….. Taime Downe: “I am okay, moving forward, staying positive” in New Interview Promoting Single & Spring Tour

May 23, 2025

“I am okay, moving forward, staying positive.” — Taime Downe / Faster Pussycat LAS VEGAS, Nevada — In a brand new interview on the This, That & The Other radio show, the subject is none other than Faster Pussycat singer Taime Downe. TT&TO is hosted by Troy Patrick Farrell, who has been hosting the show weekly from Sin City since

BULLSH!T ALERT! … Sebastian Bach on Skid Row’s other singers: “I have never listened to any of them ever. Why would I listen to that?”

May 22, 2025

“I would need to hear them sing, and I have never listened to any of them ever. Why would I listen to that?” — Sebastian Bach when asked about Skid Row‘s other singers LOS ANGELES, California — During a recent interview at the ‘Rock For Ronnie‘ charity event in Los Angeles, Sebastian Bach was asked for an opinion on the

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HATERS UNDER COMMAND … Stryper singer Michael Sweet says: “I’ve come to the Conclusion that the Hate for this Band Stems from Hatred for God.”

BORN TO BE WILD … 80’s Recycle Bin launches brand new Youtube Channel GET ON THE BUS with ex-Van Halen bassist Michael Anthony

THE YELLOW ZONE IS FOR … Stryper Cancel Sweden Rock appearance after their Plane is Forced to Return to U.S. for a Faulty Smoke Detector

VIPER ROOM … Blackboard Jungle celebrates annual reunion on June 7th feat: Glamour Punks, Fizzy Bangers and Special Guest Stevie Rachelle

READY, SET, ?? … Faster Pussycat Bus Breaks Down 40 Minutes after Leaving Los Angeles on Day #1 of Spring Tour

REALLY? … Vince Neil’s ‘X’ Account Appears to be Flirting with a Young Buxom Blond Model; “Hi Babe” from TheVinceNeil verified ‘X’ account

RIP ….. Rock Icon Rick Derringer Dead at 77

GIVE IT TO HIM GOOD … Pete Loran of Trixter unloads on ex-Skid Row singer Sebastian Bach: “You Hate America, I don’t”

BACK IN THE SADDLE ….. Taime Downe: “I am okay, moving forward, staying positive” in New Interview Promoting Single & Spring Tour

BULLSH!T ALERT! … Sebastian Bach on Skid Row’s other singers: “I have never listened to any of them ever. Why would I listen to that?”

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